I’m helping raise vital funds for breast cancer education, research and patient support.
Hello! As many of you know, last year, I ran 230km's throughout October and ran 23km's on my birthday. I raised almost $900 for the Breast Cancer Foundation (BCF). I was truly grateful for the kindness of my family and friends for donating in lieu of giving me gifts - donating was an even greater gift.
With breast cancer awareness month taking place in October once again, I have decided that I will be running / walking / cycling (maybe swimming?!) 3K every day of the month for the BCF. After undergoing surgery in October last year, I realised that the BCF helped me get through an incredibly tough period. During this time, I felt really privileged to have had access to an ample number of resources and support - but not all going through breast cancer are as fortunate.
For these reasons, I think it makes sense for me to use this opportunity again to give back to a charity that has given me a lot.
I am no where near as fit or as fast as I was last year - my physio has given me the green light to run very short distances for the next few weeks hence 3K (although some days I may run a little more)! However, by doing this, I hope to spark a little hope for those going through a similar thing as I was last year. I was so scared that I'd never be able to do what I love again; but I am proof that, after time, you absolutely can.
So again, in lieu of gifts this year for my birthday, I kindly ask if you please could donate whatever you can to my fundraiser. I would be so grateful... or go for a run / walk with me 🩷
Go Lisa!! xx